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METS FANTASY CAMP

Once-in-a-lifetime chance to enter the world of Major League Baseball and play alongside many of your childhood heroes.

You'll take the field in your very own New York Mets uniform, personalized with your name and number. You'll be coached in the fundamentals of hitting, fielding, throwing, pitching and baserunning. You'll participate in drills like the big leaguers and take your place in the line-up alongside your Fantasy Camp teammates. You'll enjoy the company of former Mets stars for days filled with baseball and nights filled with fun and camaraderie.

7:00-8:30AM: Breakfast at Mets Minor League Complex8:45AM: Morning meeting outside clubhouse under tent9:00AM: Player evaluation and drills (4 rotating stations followed by batting practice)12:00PM: Lunch and coaches draft (draft is held behind closed doors)1:30PM: Team Practice on fields2:30PM: Game #1 on fieldsEVENING EVENT: Campers and coaches go out for team dinners

Tuesday

7:00-8:30AM: Breakfast at Mets Minor League Complex8:45AM: Morning meeting outside clubhouse under tent9:00AM: Group, Individual and Team Photos10:15AM: Game # 2 on fields12:30PM: Break for lunch2:30PM: Game # 3 on fields6:00-7:30PM: Bull Session/ BBQ with Raffle

7:00-8:30AM: Breakfast at Mets Minor League Complex8:45AM: Morning meeting outside clubhouse under tent9:30AM: Game # 6 (including semi-finals) on fields12:30PM: Break for Lunch2:00PM: Game # 7 for teams 3-86:00PM: Championship game under the lights on First Data Field

**This itinerary was for a past Mets Fantasy Camp and is not to be mistaken for the 2017 camp itinerary**

**Inclement weather may alter the schedule depending on severity. That schedule will be provided at the camp if needed**

PAST COACHING STAFF

Kevin Baez

Ricky Bones

Pat Roessler

Buzz Capra

Guy Conti

Duffy Dyer

Ryan Ellis

Turk Wendell

Doug Flynn

Dwight Gooden

Lenny Harris

Eric Hillman

Tom Goodwin

Lance Johnson

Barry Lyons

Rodney McCray

Felix Millan

Joe Pignatano

Eric Langill

Phil Regan

Mackey Sasser

John Stearns

Ron Swoboda

Tim Teufel

Bobby Wine

Anthony Young

* This is a list of pros who attended the camp in the past. We cannot guarantee that any or all of these current and former Mets will be in attendance. Unforeseen changes in schedules or other circumstances may also keep some of these pros from returning in 2018.*

FAQs

Q: What is the New York Mets Fantasy Camp?A: The New York Mets Fantasy Camp is a seven-day, six-night baseball opportunity of a lifetime. Hosted at the New York Mets Spring Training Facility in Port St. Lucie, FL., participants are instructed on the basic fundamentals of baseball by the Pros - former Mets players and coaches. Participants are drafted onto teams managed and coached by Mets greats, then compete against one another until a champion is crowned in our championship night game. To finish off this unforgettable experience, each team will take the field against the Pros on the final day of camp.

Q: Who is eligible to attend?A: Any adult 30 years of age or older. Both males and females are invited to participate.

Q: Can I bring my family?A: Although only those registered can participate in the baseball activities, we invite family members to attend. Husbands, wives, parents, and children are all welcome to show their support from the stands and cheer you on. Special lodging and travel arrangements can be made to accommodate everyone who wishes to enjoy this experience with you.

Q: Can I sign up alone?A: Yes. Mets Fantasy Camp is a great way for individuals to build new friendships through the camaraderie of baseball. While some of our first-time participants sign up with friends or relatives, most sign up individually.

Q: What is the level of competition?A: At the Mets Fantasy Camp, there are many levels of talent. Some of our participants have attended Mets Fantasy Camp for years, while others have not played baseball since high school or college. Some participants have never played baseball all. Either way, if you are healthy and in shape, want to have a great time and learn more about baseball, this is the place for you!

Q: How much playing time will I get?A: Participants can play as much as they like. Ideally, there are 10 teams, each with 12 players per team. Every player bats and fielding is rotated each inning by the managers. Each manager is flexible and works hard to accommodate all player requests.

Q: What do I receive as part of the Mets Fantasy Camp package?A: Two buses will be available for transportation to and from PBI Airport, as well as daily shuttles to the Mets Spring Training facilities. Also, each participant receives personalized home and road uniforms and other baseball accessories.

Q: Are there any discounts available?A: We provide an alumni discount for returning participants from 2004-2016. Discounts are also available for those who wish to make their own flights and/or hotel arrangements.

Q: How far is Port St. Lucie from West Palm Beach (PBI Airport)?A: Approximately 45-60 minutes. If using our transportation, it's a great opportunity to get to know some of your fellow participants.

Q: Do I need a rental car?A: Mets Fantasy Camp provides transportation to and from the airport and hotel, as well as to and from the hotel and Spring Training facilities. Transportation is also provided for the two organized dinners. But for those who wish to make their own travel arrangements or have more flexibility, special rates on rental cars are available.

Q: What is there to do during the evening?A: Mets Fantasy Camp provides transportation to and from the airport and hotel, as well as to and from the hotel and Spring Training facilities. Transportation is also provided for the two organized dinners. But for those who wish to make their own travel arrangements or have more flexibility, special rates on rental cars are available.

Q: Can we take pictures and get autographs?A: The Mets Fantasy Camp hires a Photography staff that is present at every camp event. The photographers will post the images they shoot each day, and at the end of the camp you will be able to purchase the great shots they take. You will also receive a team photo free of charge at the end of the camp.

We have no rules against Pros signing autographs and they are willing to sign for you. All we ask is that the participants respect the Pros by not overwhelming them with requests.

Q: What do I need to bring?A: Each participant must bring his/her own glove and cleats (no metal spikes). Mets Fantasy Camp provides you with uniform jerseys, pants, belt, socks, hat, jacket, and t-shirt. We will also provide bats, balls, and helmets. Other accessories (i.e. personal bats, batting gloves, sunglasses, etc.) are optional.

* Please Note: Wooden bats only. Aluminum bats are prohibited.

Q: What is the appropriate dress for Fantasy Camp?A: Participants will be dressed in their authentic Mets uniforms during the day. All other dress is casual: khakis, golf shirts, jeans, etc. Dress for the banquet and other ceremonies are casual as well; however, we ask that participants refrain from wearing shorts.

Reunion

Mets Home Game Day:

Two (2) tickets to a Mets game at Citi Field (option to purchase additional companion tickets at a discounted price)

Every 2017 camper in attendance will walk onto the warning track prior to the game and have their name announced to the crowd

The 2017 championship team will receive their championship rings during an on-field ceremony prior to the first pitch of the game

Camper Game Day:

Game will be held at MCU Park

Breakfast and lunch at MCU Park

Dress in the visitor's clubhouse

Family and Friends invited to watch the game from the seats

When you watch the pros on TV, you see them as baseball players but know very little about them as a person. Fantasy Camp gives you the chance to learn about the rest of their lives and realize that but for their unbelievable baseball talent, they are just like the rest of us. - Jennifer Hughes 2005-2007; 2017

Just walking around and talking baseball, The Fantasy camp experience and the joy in everyone's eyes. You never know where the next laugh is going to come from, but you know it is coming! And last but not least, the way that everyone is always rooting for everyone else, oh if the world could only be a little more like Fantasy camp! - Phil Forman 2014-2017

Walking into the clubhouse, seeing my name over the locker, looking around and reconnecting with the friends I made as a rookie. I felt like I was part of the Mets family. David Taylor 2016-2017

The friends I've made from this camp is something that I wasn't expecting. In just a short week, my teammates and I bonded in such a way that it feels like we've known each other for much longer. I look forward to seeing everyone at the reunion, at future camps, or whenever we decide to get together - Joe LoVerde 2017

One of my favorite memory was eating breakfast alone and Doc Gooden comes by and sits next to me. Next thing I know, I'm chatting and having breakfast with the legend. How does one describe the experience??!! - David Shih 2017

"When I walked into the clubhouse for the first time and I found my locker with my name above it and my uniforms hanging in the locker. I felt like a kid again!" - Michael DiNardo, 2015-2016

"The smile on Felix Millan's face (my coach) when I hit the ball over the outfielders head. Growing up, I was rooting for him but now, he roots for me!" - Ron Nash 2008-2011; 2013-2016

"The "Baseball Gods" almost always seem to be watching over Port St. Lucie come January. Childhood dreams somehow manage to become reality, creating memories and friendships that will last a lifetime!" - Dean Pflaum 2008-2016

"The best part about camp is the change to play with and against my buddies. The camaraderie with all the players makes it a great experience; you just don't want to leave!" - Jim Lewicki 2009, 2010, 2012, 2014-2016

"I lived in a world where I could walk to the field chatting with my son and Dwight Gooden, be coached by Duffy Dyer, share stories at the batting cages with Joe Pignatano, joke with Bobby Wine and Doug Flynn, have breakfast with Edgardo Alfonzo, win a Championship, and most moving of all, be my son's teammate" - Matt Breitenbach 2011, 2016